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Which term describes the act of leaving one's country to live in another?
Which term describes the act of leaving one's country to live in another?
Immigration only benefits the people moving to a new country.
Immigration only benefits the people moving to a new country.
False
What is the primary reason immigrants come to Canada according to the text?
What is the primary reason immigrants come to Canada according to the text?
Quality of life and or safety
When individuals move between countries, it is a complex process often involving the establishment of new ______ and citizenship.
When individuals move between countries, it is a complex process often involving the establishment of new ______ and citizenship.
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Match the term with its correct description:
Match the term with its correct description:
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What does Canada's immigration policy need to consider according to the text?
What does Canada's immigration policy need to consider according to the text?
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All Canadians agree on how immigration policies should be implemented.
All Canadians agree on how immigration policies should be implemented.
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What challenges emerge as result of increased immigration?
What challenges emerge as result of increased immigration?
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Which of the following is NOT a category in the Canadian immigration point system?
Which of the following is NOT a category in the Canadian immigration point system?
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A potential immigrant needs at least 76 points to qualify under the point system.
A potential immigrant needs at least 76 points to qualify under the point system.
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What is the first step after an immigrant qualifies under the point system?
What is the first step after an immigrant qualifies under the point system?
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In 2015, Canadian immigration laws changed to include _______ for highly skilled workers.
In 2015, Canadian immigration laws changed to include _______ for highly skilled workers.
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Match the following categories with their corresponding point values in the Canadian immigration point system:
Match the following categories with their corresponding point values in the Canadian immigration point system:
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What is one reason why a person may be refused entry to Canada based on health?
What is one reason why a person may be refused entry to Canada based on health?
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A person with a mental disorder will always be refused entry to Canada.
A person with a mental disorder will always be refused entry to Canada.
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Besides a medical exam, what other type of check is required of potential immigrants?
Besides a medical exam, what other type of check is required of potential immigrants?
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According to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, what is one of the objectives for immigration?
According to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, what is one of the objectives for immigration?
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The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act emphasizes that integration is solely the responsibility of new immigrants.
The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act emphasizes that integration is solely the responsibility of new immigrants.
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Around 1914, what specific requirement did Canada impose on immigrants from India that effectively prevented their entry?
Around 1914, what specific requirement did Canada impose on immigrants from India that effectively prevented their entry?
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What is the federal department responsible for putting Canada's immigration legislation into action?
What is the federal department responsible for putting Canada's immigration legislation into action?
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The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002 is the first law Canada passed regarding immigration.
The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002 is the first law Canada passed regarding immigration.
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What are the four categories of immigrants that the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act outlines?
What are the four categories of immigrants that the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act outlines?
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According to Statistics Canada, the number of births to Canadian parents will equal the number of deaths sometime between _______ and ______.
According to Statistics Canada, the number of births to Canadian parents will equal the number of deaths sometime between _______ and ______.
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When becoming a citizen of Canada, individuals swear to be faithful to Canada's _______.
When becoming a citizen of Canada, individuals swear to be faithful to Canada's _______.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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Match the following immigration categories with their descriptions:
Match the following immigration categories with their descriptions:
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What role does immigration play in Canada's future, according to the provided content?
What role does immigration play in Canada's future, according to the provided content?
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Immigration has not been a key part of Canada’s history.
Immigration has not been a key part of Canada’s history.
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Approximately what percentage of immigrants to Canada are classified as Economic Immigrants?
Approximately what percentage of immigrants to Canada are classified as Economic Immigrants?
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Name one of the main objectives of immigration as outlined in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act?
Name one of the main objectives of immigration as outlined in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act?
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The Komagata Maru incident involved a ship carrying immigrants from China.
The Komagata Maru incident involved a ship carrying immigrants from China.
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Besides being faithful to the monarch and observing the laws, what other duty do new citizens of Canada swear to?
Besides being faithful to the monarch and observing the laws, what other duty do new citizens of Canada swear to?
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According to the provided text, which of the following is NOT a reason for someone to be denied admission to Canada?
According to the provided text, which of the following is NOT a reason for someone to be denied admission to Canada?
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The Immigration Act of 1976 and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002 share similar security concerns regarding espionage and subversion.
The Immigration Act of 1976 and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002 share similar security concerns regarding espionage and subversion.
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Besides security concerns, what other factors might result in increased applications for immigration to Canada?
Besides security concerns, what other factors might result in increased applications for immigration to Canada?
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An individual could be deemed inadmissible to Canada if they are a member of an organization that has engaged in acts of ______.
An individual could be deemed inadmissible to Canada if they are a member of an organization that has engaged in acts of ______.
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Match the following Acts with their focus:
Match the following Acts with their focus:
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Which of the following is mentioned as a reason for immigration policy changes?
Which of the following is mentioned as a reason for immigration policy changes?
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The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002 removed all references to 'subversion by force' as a security concern.
The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002 removed all references to 'subversion by force' as a security concern.
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In addition to individuals, what else might be scrutinized under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002?
In addition to individuals, what else might be scrutinized under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act of 2002?
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What did the Supreme Court determine regarding the term 'everyone' in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms in the Singh decision?
What did the Supreme Court determine regarding the term 'everyone' in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms in the Singh decision?
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The Singh decision resulted in Canada removing its Immigration and Refugee Board.
The Singh decision resulted in Canada removing its Immigration and Refugee Board.
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What was the main issue with the Immigration Act of 1976, according to the Singh case?
What was the main issue with the Immigration Act of 1976, according to the Singh case?
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The Singh Decision took place in the year ______.
The Singh Decision took place in the year ______.
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What must Canada provide to people seeking refugee status while they wait for a hearing?
What must Canada provide to people seeking refugee status while they wait for a hearing?
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Match the following terms with their description:
Match the following terms with their description:
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Why do some Indigenous people in Canada still face significant challenges?
Why do some Indigenous people in Canada still face significant challenges?
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Treaties between First Nations and the Canadian government ensure all Indigenous peoples have equal quality of life.
Treaties between First Nations and the Canadian government ensure all Indigenous peoples have equal quality of life.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Immigration in Canada
- The study examines Canada's immigration laws and policies.
- The goal is to assess how well these laws and policies address immigration issues.
Pre-Lesson Discussion
- Students are asked to share their knowledge of immigration in Canada.
- Students should also share experiences with Canadian immigration.
Canadians' Misperceptions
- Many Canadians hold misinformation about immigration.
- The spread of disinformation online contributes to these misperceptions.
Emigrate vs. Immigrate
- "Emigrate" refers to leaving one's country.
- "Immigrate" refers to entering another country.
- "Migrate" involves moving from one place to another.
What is Immigration?
- Immigration is the process of people establishing homes and often citizenship in a country other than their native one.
- Many Canadians’ families have immigrated to Canada from other countries.
- Laws and policies determine who can immigrate to Canada.
Origin of Immigrants in Canada (2015)
- Top 10 countries of origin are listed.
- Data is presented as a bar chart, showing variation in the number of immigrants from each country between 1990-2015
What is Immigration's Role in Canada?
- Immigration is a crucial part of Canada's legislative framework.
- It significantly impacts Canadians' lives and those choosing Canada as their new home.
- Many immigrants are pushed out of their home countries due to war or other serious circumstances.
Balancing Needs
- A multi-cultural society presents challenges and opportunities.
- Immigration policy must consider the security, health, and well-being of existing Canadians.
Arrival Cities (2016)
- Top languages spoken by immigrants are presented in two tables for Edmonton and Calgary.
Historical Cartoons
- Cartoons from 1998 and 1903 illustrate past attitudes towards immigration.
- One cartoon shows a contrast in welcoming immigrants between 1890 and 1900
- Other cartoons highlight past and present Canada's Immigration practices
Past Immigration Policies
- Canada's government used posters in the late 1800s to encourage immigration.
- The government targeted specific countries to fulfil the objectives.
- Restrictions based on race, country of origin, and required methods of travel were part of past policies
- Excluded Chinese immigrants between 1885 and 1923 by requiring head taxes in addition to other restrictions and conditions.
- Canada apologized in 2006 for the racist head tax.
How are Canada's Immigration Laws Different Today?
- Current laws do not discriminate based on race or nationality.
- A points system evaluates immigrants based on their skills and education.
- Past practices favoured British immigrants, and restricted those from Asian countries
The Komagata Maru Incident (1914)
- A Japanese ship carrying Indian passengers was denied entry to Vancouver.
- Many passengers were imprisoned or denied entry to Canada.
- This incident highlights past restrictive immigration policies.
Criteria for Accepting Immigrants and Refugees
- New citizens swear an oath to be loyal to Canada and its monarch, follow the law and fulfil the duties of a citizen.
- Citizens have the right to vote.
Discussion Questions
- Why do people choose to immigrate to Canada?
- What challenges do immigrants face when immigrating?
- Why did the Canadian government choose to exclude certain people in the past?
Section B: Administration of Permanent Residents (2017)
- Detailed data visualization of Canada's immigration intake categorized by provinces and territories in 2017
Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (2002)
- Provides a framework for immigration processes.
- The law divides objectives into four categories to be considered.
- Economic Immigrants (~55%)
- Family Class (~28%) or
- Refugees (~13%)
- Other Category (~4%)
- The act also outlines several objectives for immigration
Canadian Immigration Predictions (2017)
- Data chart shows predictions of immigrant class levels for Canada between 2017-2020
- Data breakdown of numbers
Objectives of the Immigration and Refugee Act (2002)
- Promoting social, cultural, and economic benefits for all Canadians.
- Respecting Canada’s bilingual and multi-cultural character.
- Supporting the development of minority official language communities.
- Sharing the benefits of immigration across regions.
- Reuniting families.
- Promoting the successful integration of immigrants.
Factors Affecting Population Growth (1998-2018)
- Data includes Natural Increase and Population Growth
Reasons for Immigration
- Natural disasters (floods/earthquakes)
- Population pressures
- War
- Poverty
Discussion
- Do unemployment rates in Canada affect immigration levels?
- Should the government use a points system to select immigrants?
Express Entry (2015)
- Immigration laws changed to prioritize skilled workers.
- Young professionals were given priority.
Canada-Quebec Accord
- Quebec has a unique immigration agreement with Canada.
- It allows Quebec to determine a percentage of the new immigrants to Canada.
- The accord allows Quebec to require immigrants who settle within the province to send their children to French-language schools.
How do Provinces Influence Policy?
- Provinces have some control over immigration.
- The Provincial Nominee Program is used by different provinces.
- The program nominates a percentage of immigrants based on the province's labor needs.
What Language Do Immigrants to Canada Speak?
- The majority (53%) speaks English
- About (5%) speak French overall
How does health factor into immigration?
- Economic immigrants need to demonstrate good health.
- Health conditions can result in the rejection of immigration applications.
- Some conditions can place an excessive demand on Canada's health services.
History of Refugees in Canada
- Canada has a history of accepting refugees.
- The country has signed international agreements to support refugee status.
What is Canada's Policy Toward Refugees?
- Canada's immigration policy establishes criteria and categories for those who seek refugee status in the country.
Refugee Rights Day
- A case known as the Singh Decision in Canada.
- The Court ruled that refugees must have a fair hearing.
How Do Provinces Influence Immigration Laws and Policies?
- Provinces have some influence over immigration and policy.
- They create their immigration offices in other countries to meet their immigration and skill needs.
- They implement the Quebec Accord to influence the number of French speaking immigrants.
Discussion Questions
- How much say should Indigenous populations have in Canada's immigration policies?
- Should provinces outside of Quebec be allowed to advocate or apply for French-speaking immigrants?
Conclusion
- The study examines different aspects of Canadian immigration policy and practices.
- The issues are complex and influenced by multiple concerns.
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